Villanova Wildcats vs. Delaware Blue Hens: 2023 Week 12 Recap

Quick answer

Villanova Wildcats defeated Delaware Blue Hens 35–7 in Week 12, 2023. Final score: Villanova Wildcats 35, Delaware Blue Hens 7.

Game summary

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

Team	Q1	Q2	Q3	Q4	Final
Villanova Wildcats	6	6	12	0	35
Delaware Blue Hens	0	6	0	6	7

Stars of the game

Top passers, rushers, and receivers from cfbfastR play-by-play.

Passing

• Connor Watkins (Villanova) — 219.0 yds · 2 TD · +0.16 EPA/play +4.07 EPA
• Zach Marker (Delaware) — 27.0 yds · -0.09 EPA/play -0.43 EPA
• Ryan O'Connor (Delaware) — 47.0 yds · -0.12 EPA/play -0.60 EPA

Rushing

• Marcus Yarns (Delaware) — 111.0 yds +0.14 EPA
• DeeWil Barlee (Villanova) — 58.0 yds · 1 TD +0.03 EPA
• Jalen Jackson (Villanova) — 130.0 yds +0.81 EPA

Receiving

• Jaaron Hayek (Villanova) — 6 rec · 121.0 yds +1.84 EPA
• Rayjuon Pringle (Villanova) — 5 rec · 59.0 yds +1.11 EPA
• Jourdan Townsend (Delaware) — 3 rec · 14.0 yds -0.01 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

Player	Team	Att	Cmp%	Yds	TD	EPA/play	Total EPA
Connor Watkins	Villanova	26	57.7%	219	2	+0.16	+4.07
Zach Marker	Delaware	5	40.0%	27	0	-0.09	-0.43
Ryan O'Connor	Delaware	5	60.0%	47	0	-0.12	-0.60
Nick Minicucci	Delaware	21	42.9%	50	1	-0.88	-18.47

Team EPA comparison

Stat	Villanova	Delaware
Plays	57	64
EPA / play	+0.177	-0.526
Total EPA	+10.09	-33.66
Success rate	45.6%	31.2%
Pass EPA / play	+0.156	-0.917
Rush EPA / play	+0.194	-0.135
Yards	441	352

Drive chart

Key possessions and results.

Qtr	Offense	Plays	Yards	EPA	Result
Q1	Villanova	2	60	+5.01	Rush TD
Q1	Delaware	5	49	+0.45	Missed FG
Q1	Villanova	10	49	+0.20	Ended
Q1	Delaware	6	33	-3.46	Interception
Q1	Villanova	6	15	-2.42	Punt
Q2	Delaware	4	9	-4.00	Ended
Q2	Villanova	3	12	-1.90	Missed FG
Q2	Delaware	9	48	-2.34	Ended
Q2	Villanova	5	18	-4.15	Fumble
Q2	Delaware	4	50	+4.75	Pass TD
Q2	Villanova	5	57	+5.10	Pass TD
Q2	Delaware	3	17	-0.53	Ended
Q3	Delaware	3	-3	-3.87	Punt
Q3	Villanova	9	65	+1.42	Missed FG
Q3	Delaware	3	4	-4.50	Interception
Q3	Villanova	5	40	+3.48	Rush TD

Biggest EPA swings

1. Q4 · Delaware Blue Hens · Interception returned for a touchdown (-9.84 EPA)
2. Q2 · Villanova Wildcats · Fumble (-4.47 EPA)
3. Q2 · Delaware Blue Hens · Nick Minicucci pass to Braden Brose for a touchdown (39 yards) (+4.45 EPA)
4. Q2 · Villanova Wildcats · Connor Watkins pass to Jaaron Hayek for a touchdown (11 yards) (+4.12 EPA)
5. Q1 · Villanova Wildcats · Jalen Jackson rushes for 55 yards (1st & 10) (+3.68 EPA)
6. Q2 · Delaware Blue Hens · Braden Brose rushes for no gain (4th & 1) (-3.4 EPA)
7. Q3 · Villanova Wildcats · Connor Watkins pass to Jaaron Hayek for a touchdown (51 yards) (+3.29 EPA)
8. Q3 · Delaware Blue Hens · Nick Minicucci pass intercepted (-3.27 EPA)

Key takeaways

• Villanova Wildcats controlled the final (35–7) in Week 12.
• Passing edge: Connor Watkins (Villanova) — 219.0 yds, 2 TD.
• EPA edge: Villanova at 0.177 EPA/play.
• Full EPA, scoring map, and play-by-play live in CFB Analytics Box & Scores.

Frequently asked questions

What was the final score of Villanova Wildcats vs Delaware Blue Hens?

Villanova Wildcats 35, Delaware Blue Hens 7 in Week 12 of the 2023 college football season.

Who won Villanova Wildcats vs Delaware Blue Hens?

Villanova Wildcats won with a final score of 35–7.

Where can I find the Villanova Wildcats vs Delaware Blue Hens box score?

See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=401540329.

Who led Villanova Wildcats vs Delaware Blue Hens in passing?

Connor Watkins (Villanova) led passers with 219.0 yards and 2 touchdowns.

Full analytics box score

Explore every snap, drive chart, and the interactive scoring map for Villanova Wildcats at Delaware Blue Hens in FantasyHQ CFB Analytics Box & Scores.